Steve Vandegrift
FranSimple
Steve Vandegrift shares his 35+ years of experience in the franchising world. Host, Mark Vandegrift, leads the discussion as the franchise bros cover the latest happenings, news, brand moves, and other franchising insights. If you’re a franchisor, a franchisee, or just interested in the world of franchising, this is the podcast for you! Discover what makes franchise companies successful and why others fail. Learn the moves that makes for a great franchisee and what to avoid. And finally, Steve and Mark provide tips and tricks on operations, sales, and marketing that can move your franchise fro...
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Steve Vandegrift
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Jun 29, 2026
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Trending Industries Choosing to Grow Through Franchising 29.06.2026 20:15
Some of the hottest industries are choosing franchising as their preferred growth strategy. From health and wellness to pet care to residential services, these sectors are seeing incredible consumer demand, and franchising is playing a huge role in helping these brands scale nationally. Join us as we break down the industries leading the charge. If you operate in the world of franchising, subscrib...
Examining the Ideal Franchisee 15.06.2026 24:11
One of the most important aspects of franchising is what actually makes a successful franchisee. Join us as we walk through this important topic. If you operate in the world of franchising, subscribe to FranSimple and get weekly news along with a breakdown of the concepts and systems that make franchising so powerful.
Examining the Ideal Franchisor 01.06.2026 22:29
One of the most important aspects of franchising is what actually makes a successful franchisor. Join us as we walk through this important topic. If you operate in the world of franchising, subscribe to FranSimple and get weekly news along with a breakdown of the concepts and systems that make franchising so powerful.
The “Franchise Flip” 18.05.2026 21:52
Newsstands in the franchising industry are rife with conversation about the “franchise flip” strategy. Franchise flipping involves franchisees who purchase, build, and then sell their locations. The process has become a growing trend as a wealth management strategy in the franchise world, but what does it mean to franchisors and franchisees alike? Join us as we walk through this interesting entrep...
The Pros and Cons of Single-Unit and Multi-Unit Franchising 04.05.2026 21:38
The two most common types of business format franchises are single-unit and multi-unit. In today’s episode, the franchise bros discuss the pros and cons of each. If you operate in the world of franchising, subscribe to FranSimple and get weekly news along with a breakdown of the concepts and systems that make franchising so powerful.
Experts Predict Growth in Franchising for Spring/Summer 2026 20.04.2026 22:49
The International Franchise Association recently released its 2026 Franchising Economic Outlook report. The franchise bros discuss the experts’ predictions regarding the growth in franchising heading into the spring and summer. If you operate in the world of franchising, subscribe to FranSimple and get weekly news along with a breakdown of the concepts and systems that make franchising so powerful...
Trademark and IP Protection with Sharon Toerek - Part 2 06.04.2026 19:50
The discussion with special guest Sharon Toerek, Trademark IP and Marketing Attorney from Legal and Creative, continues into the week’s episode of FranSimple. Join Sharon and the franchise bros to learn about the best practices when it comes to trademark law and protecting your intellectual property. If you operate in the world of franchising, subscribe to FranSimple and get weekly news along wit...
Trademark and IP Protection with Sharon Toerek - Part 1 23.03.2026 25:06
On this week’s episode of FranSimple, Mark and Steve Vandegrift are joined by special guest and founder of Legal and Creative, Sharon Toerek. Tune in to learn about the importance of trademark and intellectual property protection. If you operate in the world of franchising, subscribe to FranSimple and get weekly news along with a breakdown of the concepts that make franchising so powerful.
The Franchise Sales Process 09.03.2026 33:04
The franchise bros discuss the process of developing a systemized franchise sales process and its importance in growing a successful franchise brand. If you operate in the world of franchising, subscribe to FranSimple and get weekly news along with a breakdown of the concepts that make franchising so powerful.
Breaking News — FDD Violation by Teapresso 23.02.2026 22:15
In today’s episode, Steve discusses the risks associated with violating the FTC Franchise Rule and shares some recent news in the world of franchising. Teapresso, a boba milk tea and coffee franchise allegedly granted 26 Teaspresso Bar franchises in Hawaii without distributing its FDD to the prospective franchisees. The franchise bros cover this malfeasance and discuss instances where FranSource h...
Getting Started in Franchising: the FDD 09.02.2026 27:58
The franchise bros discuss the first steps in franchising. From protecting IP to mapping operations and ensuring your brand is ready for the big-time, Mark and Steve cover the first step to get your franchise company established. If you operate in the world of franchising, subscribe to FranSimple and get weekly news along with a breakdown of the concepts that make franchising so powerful.
What Makes for a Successful Franchise? 26.01.2026 23:02
Join Mark and Steve Vandegrift as they discuss the keys to how a business can become a successful franchise company. From the intellectual property considerations to the differentiation of the brand, the franchise bros take a deep dive to help you determine if franchising is the best path for your business expansion. If you operate in the world of franchising, subscribe to FranSimple and get weekl...
Franchising - What and Why? 12.01.2026 25:02
Welcome to the FranSimple podcast, where the world of franchising is the topic and the concepts are made simple. Join Mark and Steve Vandegrift on this first episode as they break down what franchising is and why it can be a powerful business expansion method. If you operate in the world of franchising, subscribe to FranSimple and get weekly news along with a breakdown of the concepts that make f...
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